Exploring New Orleans District-by-District | Mom, Map, and Miles

Exploring New Orleans: A District-by-District Guide

New Orleans isn’t just one city; it’s a collection of vibrant, distinct neighborhoods, each with its own story, its own flavor, and its own unique charm. Sure, everyone knows the French Quarter, but to really get New Orleans, you’ve got to explore beyond the usual spots. From the historic mansions of the Garden District to…

Work From Anywhere: How This Mom Travels & Works on the Road in an RV | Mom, Map, and Miles

Work From Anywhere: How This Mom Travels & Works on the Road in an RV

I love working.  I love traveling.  And for years, centuries, we, as a society, mostly felt like those two things were incompatible.  We’d work for months to take a two-week trip once a year, trying to pack all the fun into a short amount of time. But now, with technology and an ever-changing job landscape,…

Family Fun in the Triangle: Our RV Adventure in Raleigh & Durham | Mom, Map, and Miles
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Family Fun in the Triangle: Our RV Adventure in Raleigh & Durham

With family in the RDU area, I’ve spent plenty of time in the Triangle. It’s not a typical tourism destination, but if you’re passing by, plan to stay for a few days – there’s plenty to see and even more things to do in Raleigh/Durham than you might expect, and if your family caravan includes…

Andrew Johnson's House In Kingsport, Tennessee | Mom, Map, and Miles

Kingsport, Tennessee: A Charming Town On Our RV Adventure

We arrived at Kingsport, Tennesee for a four-day stay – thus far on the trip, we’ve done mostly shorter visits, since we’re trying to get to family in Alabama before M’s birthday. The morning was quiet – some projects at the camper, and prepping for our explorations. Kingsport History Kingsport, Tennessee was established after the…

Hike, History & Natural Beauty: Exploring Virginia's Natural Bridge | Mom, Map, and Miles

Hike, History & Natural Beauty: Exploring Virginia’s Natural Bridge

It’s 164 miles from Harpers Ferry to Natural Bridge, Virginia, just a few hours drive. We arrived easily and set up the camper, then toured the new campground. It was raining when we arrived, so I set up the awning, pulled up a chair and a glass of wine, and relaxed in the rain –…

Hitting The Road, Not The Breaks: RV Health Insurance | Mom, Map, and Miles

Hitting the Road, Not the Breaks: Essential RV Travel Health Insurance Guide

The RV is packed, the road is clear, adventure awaits. Before you pull out, have you figured out how to stay healthy and protected during your road trip? Health insurance is a crucial element of any RV trip, whether you’re a full-time nomad, a seasonal snowbird, or an occasional explorer. Your Health Insurance Options Traditional…

From Riverwalk to Rodeo: Experiencing The Diverse Charm of San Antonio | Mom, Map, and Miles

From River Walk to Rodeo: Experiencing the Diverse Charm of San Antonio

Let’s discuss our week in San Antonio, Texas. I’m genuinely glad that bad weather forced this detour through Southern Texas – I think it was just the push we needed to relax on our Great RV Journey. San Antonio weather, like Austin, has been much warmer, sunnier, just more comfortable overall, and we were out…